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Beer and Cider: Excise Duties

Asked by Lee AndersonReform UKTreasuryTabled Answered 8 September 2026UIN 21766

The question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if he will reduce beer and cider duty for drinks served in pubs.

Answered by Treasury

The Chancellor makes decisions on tax policy at fiscal events.

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